Staff Windows System Software Engineer

Job Responsibilities:System-Level Development: Design and implement system-level software for Windows platforms, including drivers, services, and low-level APIs.Application Development: Develop and maintain Windows applications that interact with system components, providing robust and efficient user experiences.Performance Optimization: Analyze and optimize software to ensure it meets performance requirements and efficiently utilizes system resources.Security Implementation: Implement and enforce security best practices in system software, addressing vulnerabilities and ensuring compliance with security standards.Integration: Collaborate with hardware teams to ensure seamless integration between software and hardware components.Testing and Debugging: Develop comprehensive test plans, perform rigorous testing, and troubleshoot issues to ensure software reliability and stability.Documentation: Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, code comments, and user guides.Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, propose solutions, and deliver high-quality software on time.Job Requirements:Education: Bachelors or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.Experience:5+ years of experience in Windows system or application development.Strong understanding of Windows internals, including kernel, driver development, and system services.Experience with low-level programming and debugging tools.Technical Skills:Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and C#.Experience with Windows development tools, including Visual Studio, WinDbg, and other related tools.Knowledge of Windows APIs, COM, and .NET Framework.Familiarity with security practices and tools, including encryption, authentication, and secure coding standards.The US base salary range for this full-time position is $150,000-$215,000. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program.Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion.Why Join Us:We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.#LI-CN1#GDFortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) secures the largest enterprise, service provider, and government organizations around the world. Fortinet empowers its customers with intelligent, seamless protection across the expanding attack surface and the power to take on ever-increasing performance requirements of the borderless network - today and into the future. Only the Fortinet Security Fabric architecture can deliver security without compromise to address the most critical security challenges, whether in networked, application, cloud or mobile environments. Fortinet ranks number one in the most security appliances shipped worldwide and more than 500,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@fortinet.com.Fortinet is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our company, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military/veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.Full timePosting Date: 2024-09-11